Lower Somerset attended the Elks Pride Day Parade again this year. Two of our three ambulance participated with several members. It’s always a pleasure to get out in the community and share in such wonderful events. ... (Full Story & Photos)

The officers and members of Lower Somerset EMS celebrated Christmas during our annual awards ceremony. During this celebration the Department recognizes its top performers.

This year’s awards went to the following members:

Top Providers (EMT):

3 - Second Lieutenant Karis White - 97 calls
2 - First Lieutenant Jordon McCready - 144 calls
1 - Captain Matt Tomlins - 154 calls

Top Drivers:

3 - Robert ... (Full Story & Photos)

Just before 0300 hours Lower Somerset EMS was alerted to the 300 block of Locust Street in Crisfield for a report of a house that was fully involved with fire. Units arrived in scene quickly to find a home that was fully involved with fire. Crisfield Volunteer Fire Department, along with several other responding departments, spent over an hour bringing this house fire under control. Lower Somerset ... (Full Story & Photos)

Right around 0130 hours units from Lower Somerset EMS and surrounding fire departments were alerted to the area of Somerset Avenue and Main Street in Crisfield for the report of a house on fire. First arriving units found a two story, single family dwelling with fire visible on the back of the home. Crisfield Volunteer Fire Department, as well as several surrounding units aggressively attacked the ... (Full Story & Photos)

The officers and members of Lower Somerset EMS are saddened to report the devastating loss of Life Member Jerry MCCready. Service information has not yet been released. Check back here often for updated information. ... (Full Story & Photos)

The Officers and Members of Lower Somerset EMS send our deepest condolences to the Wicomico County Sheriff's Department and to the family and friends of Deputy First Class Glenn Hilliard. Deputy First Class Hilliard was slain during a high risk warrant execution by a coward. Deputy First Class Hilliard leaves a wife and three children.... (Full Story & Photos)

Lower Somerset EMS was alerted today at 1255 hours for the report of a house that was on fire in the 3200 block of Lawsonia Road. Crews from Crisfield, Marion, and Fairmont were alerted as well. Units arrived on scene to find smoke showing. An aggressive interior attack conducted by firefighters from the Crisfield Fire Department made short work of the incident. Once pet was rescued from the home. ... (Full Story & Photos)

Lower Somerset EMS conducted its annual elections for both operational and administrative positions. Below is a list of the newly appointed officers and their positions.

Operational:

Captain - Matt Tomlins
First Lieutenant - Jordon McCready
Second Lieutenant - Karis White
Chief Engineer - Bill Reynolds
Asst Chief Engineer - Vacant
Communications Officer - Doug Curtis, Jr.
Training Officer - Vacant

Administrative:

President ... (Full Story)